The School of Sheen and the Holy Rosary Program hosted by Al Smith (The Pipe Padre)

Please enjoy the New Holy Rosary Program heard each week on FM 985 CKWR in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.

 

We will pray the Joyful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary led by Bishop Robert Barron and will also pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and the Chaplet of the Holy Face.

 

Have a blessed day and God love you.

 

Al Smith joins the "Wake Up" team from Catholic Community Radio to discuss Archbishop Sheen's Book of Sacraments available through Sophia Institute Press.

https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/archbishop-sheens-book-of-sacraments

 

His cause for canonization is progressing, and his videos and books are widely viewed and in persistent demand. But of all his writings, Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s most influential and practical guides, by far, were These Are the Sacraments and Three to Get Married. 

These two books are once again available in this rich single volume, along with comprehensive commentaries by the late, revered Father John Hardon—themselves a powerful tutorial in how to read the great archbishop. “We cannot begin to guard our faith unless we understand what we believe,” notes Fr. Hardon.  

Controversy was brewing and confusion sewn among Catholics by the time Sheen wrote these classics. He shies away from nothing, even while teaching traditional doctrine in appealing and unique prose. With Bishop Sheen and Father Hardon as your guides, you’ll learn:

• Why no sacrament is “more significant” than any other, though their natures differ markedly 

• How Protestantism, even at its most alluring, undermines sound doctrine

• Why the sacraments have both “power and efficacy”

• How Baptism confers “the infusion of virtues”

• How the sacramental rites in the early Church differed from now

• How Christ Himself instituted each sacrament

• The power and meaning of the tabernacle

• The Old Testament roots of the Eucharist

• How to “examine” your conscience 

• How the Last Rites expel sickness from the soul

• The twelve dimensions of the sacrament of Holy Orders

• The most critical spiritual strategies for married couples

• The difference between Christian and non-Christian marriages

 

To order a copy of the book, please visit -

https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/archbishop-sheens-book-of-sacraments

 

God Love You.

 

 

Please enjoy this week's presentation of the New Holy Rosary Show on FM 98.5 CKWR for Sunday, October 18, 2026.

 

Father Kevin Scallon will lead us in praying the Luminous Mysteries of the Holy Rosary.

Damian Scallon will led us in praying the Chaplet of Divine Mercy.

Judith Wilson will led us in praying the Chaplet of the Holy Face.

 

 

Peggy interviews Al Smith, A writer, author, speaker and popular radio host in Canada for 20 years. They discuss the wonderful and holy life of Archbishop Fulton Sheen and his influence on the church and culture. They also discuss Al's anthology of Archbishop Fulton Sheen's Prayers entitled "Lord, Teach Us to Pray". For more information on the book or to purchase a copy visit https://www.sophiainstitute.com/

Please enjoy this time of prayer and reflection with Bishop Robert Barron leading the Holy Rosary, Jonathan Roume leading the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Allan Smith leading the Chaplet of the Holy Face.

Radio interview on EWTN's Fight the Good Fight show hosted by Barbara McGuigan. Together they share a few of the insights contained in the anthology of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen's writings entitited: The Cries of Jesus from the Cross. The book is available through EWTN's religious catalogue. https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/Jesus/THE+CRIES+OF+JESUS+FROM+THE+CROSS.axd

On this episode of Life is Worth Living heard on Radio Maria Canada, Al Smith shares some stories of his work with seminarians and the organization of The Foundation of Prayer for Priests.

 

For more information about the Foundation of Prayer for Priests, please visit their website at  https://www.foundationforpriests.org

 

For more information about sponsoring the School of Sheen and purchasing Sheen resources for seminarians, please visit  https://www.bishopsheentoday.com

 

God Love You.

Editor of Catholic Exchange Magazine - Michael Lichens interviews Al Smith about the book: The Cries of Jesus from the Cross - A Fulton Sheen Anthology. They talk about aspects of the book of how Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen is a trusted guide in the spiritual life. Sheen presents the seven last words of Christ from the Cross as an actual catechism. The book is highly recommended by many as a trusted Lenten guide and has been ranked as a #1 Best-Seller by Amazon.com in a number of categories. The book is published by Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/cries-of-jesus-from-the-cross?fbclid=IwAR3z18LcZdadsm7OLN3cQ_iJB5bPqtpuzeWlXjgBoIiH2qJcGuHna1W3HAc

October 06, 2014 – Allan Smith, Executive Director, Archbishop Fulton Sheen Mission Society of Canada Host Kathleen Beckman dialogues with Mr. Allan Smith, board of directors for the Archbishop Fulton Sheen Foundation in Peoria, Illinois, a group handling the Cause for Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Canonization. Allan shares recent updates on the Sheen Cause, and how the spirituality of Archbishop Sheen has impacted his life, family and ministry. Allan, host and producer of two Catholic radio programs: The Holy Rosary Program & Reflections from the Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen, speaks about the New Evangelization. They discuss the work of Serra International and importance of engaging in prayer and service for vocations.

Al Smith is interviewed by Anna Mitchell about the book - The Cries of Jesus from the Cross - An Anthology by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. During the broadcast they talk about the book "The Seven Words of Jesus and Mary". They talk about the 'Value of Ignorance'. A Lenten reading guide can be downloaded by visiting: https://www.bishopsheentoday.com/lent-2019/ The book is available through Sophia Institute Press. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/cries-of-jesus-from-the-cross